20 delicious dishes to try when traveling to Thailand

1. Pad Thai – Thai fried noodles

Pad Thai, a familiar dish for all tourists traveling to Thailand. (Photo: Collected)

Pad Thai is one of the iconic dishes of Thai cuisine . With soft and chewy stir-fried noodles, combined with shrimp, eggs, bean sprouts, peanuts and sweet and sour tamarind sauce, this dish is always on the list of must-try dishes.

2. Tom Yum – Thai Sour Soup

Tom Yum is a spicy and sour dish with the flavor of lemongrass, lime leaves, chili and fresh shrimp. It is one of the dishes with the typical flavors of Thai specialties .

3. Som Tum – Papaya Salad

Som Tum, or papaya salad, is a refreshing, spicy dish made from shredded green papaya mixed with dried shrimp, peanuts, chili and fish sauce. It is a popular and well-loved street food.

4. Khao Pad – Thai Fried Rice

Thai Khao Pad (fried rice) gets its unique flavor from the combination of fragrant rice, eggs, garlic, and fish sauce. You can choose to add shrimp, chicken, or vegetables.

5. Massaman Curry – Massaman curry

Red curry is one of the most famous Thai dishes. (Photo: Collected)

Considered one of the best curries in the world , Massaman Curry has a light sweetness, the richness of coconut milk and the rich flavor of spices such as cinnamon, star anise, and cloves.

6. Khao Niew Ma Muang – Mango Sticky Rice

The famous dessert Khao Niew Ma Muang with sweet sticky rice, combined with slices of ripe mango and rich coconut milk will be a wonderful culinary experience when traveling to Thailand.

7. Moo Ping – Grilled Pork Skewers

Moo Ping are fragrant grilled pork skewers marinated in fish sauce, garlic and sugar. They are usually served with sticky rice and a signature dipping sauce.

8. Kai Med Ma Muang – Stir-fried Chicken with Cashew Nuts

Kai Med Ma Muang combines tender chicken, crunchy cashews and dried chillies, creating a dish that is sweet, salty and slightly spicy.

9. Tom Kha Gai – Chicken soup with coconut milk

Tom Kha Gai is a chicken soup cooked with coconut milk, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves and mushrooms, bringing a refreshing, mild but still rich flavor.

10. Pla Pao – Grilled fish with salt

Grilled fish Pla Pao is enjoyed with seafood dipping sauce with garlic, spicy, salty and sour flavors that awaken all the senses of diners. (Photo: Collected)

Pla Pao is a whole grilled fish coated with salt and then grilled over hot coals. The fish retains its natural sweetness and is often served with a sweet and sour dipping sauce.

11. Gaeng Keow Wan – Green Curry

Gaeng Keow Wan (green curry) is another famous Thai curry with a spicy, slightly sweet flavor from coconut milk and the characteristic green color of basil and basil leaves.

12. Kuay Teow Reua – Boat Noodles

Kuay Teow Reua is a type of noodle soup with a rich broth, fragrant with cinnamon, cardamom and beef. This dish originated from the noodle boats that sold noodles on the rivers of Thailand.

13. Larb – Minced meat salad

Larb is a popular minced meat salad in northeastern Thailand. The meat is quickly stir-fried with spices, mint leaves, shallots and lime sauce, creating a delicious dish.

14. Satay – Grilled skewers

Satay is a skewered meat marinated in special spices and then grilled over charcoal. It is often served with peanut butter dipping sauce and pickled cucumber.

15. Kanom Jeen – Thai Fish Noodle Soup

Kanom Jeen is a noodle soup with a very unique flavor, with thin, soft noodles, broth made from fish and coconut, combined with herbs.

16. Tod Mun Pla – Thai Fish Cake

Tod Mun Pla is a Thai fish cake made from minced fish mixed with kaffir lime leaves, chili, spices and deep fried. It is usually served with a sweet and sour dipping sauce.

17. Isaan Grilled Beef

Isaan beef is a specialty of northeastern Thailand. The beef is marinated with local spices and grilled over charcoal, creating a unique flavor.

18. Yam Talay – Seafood Salad

Yam Talay is a fresh seafood salad mixed with vegetables and a spicy and sour sauce, bringing a fresh and very refreshing taste.

19. Pad Kra Pao – Stir-fried beef with basil

Pad Kra Pao along with the above dishes have made a name for Thai cuisine. (Photo: Collected)

Pad Kra Pao is beef or pork stir-fried with basil, garlic, chili and fish sauce. It is usually served with white rice and a fried egg.

20. Khao Soi – Yellow Curry Noodles

Khao Soi is a famous yellow curry noodle dish from northern Thailand. A delicious broth made from curry and coconut milk, combined with chicken or beef and crispy noodles.

Famous places to eat where you can enjoy the above delicious Thai dishes are Chatuchak Market, Khaosan Road, street food areas... Thai cuisine is quite spicy, be prepared to explore these special flavors. Don't hesitate to try strange dishes, you may find interesting new flavors on this trip to Thailand!

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